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Not a North-South dispute, but a battle of justice for all
Hindustan Times Delhi
|March 19, 2025
Collectively, we are faced with a more turbulent and demanding global situation.
Wars are raging. International law faces challenges and needs to be defended. We are on the brink of possible trade and tariff wars. That being said, this moment of turmoil can also present some opportunities for like-minded countries to come together and strengthen our partnerships even further across geographical regions, and in new areas.
Amidst this mixed picture, I have found inspiration and reassurance in exchanges with my Indian counterpart and friend, minister of external affairs S Jaishankar. Despite being geographically far apart, Norway and India remain close and united in defending fundamental principles and values like democracy, international law and rules-based order, and our multilateral system. That gives a good foundation for partnerships. At the same time, India's role in geopolitics today is stronger than ever.
These are thoughts that I bring with me for my visit to India to participate in the prestigious Raisina Dialogue. I arrive here with excitement and high aspirations about what Norway and India can achieve together. The theme of this year's Raisina Dialogue—Kalachakra: People, Peace and Planet—is timely.
This story is from the March 19, 2025 edition of Hindustan Times Delhi.
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